Fodor's Expert Review Ashvale
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Aberdeen
British
Ask anyone about this long-established place and the response will probably be overwhelmingly positive. Fish-and-chips is the specialty, and the secret-recipe batter is now the stuff of legend. Finish the Whale—a gigantic fillet of battered haddock with fries —and you'll be rewarded with a second one free. The decor is basic; think wooden chairs and tables. Ashvale also has siblings in Elgin, Ellon, Banchory, and elsewhere in the northeast.
Quick Facts
Known For:
- "The Whale," a giant 1-pound haddock fillet
- Tender locally sourced steaks
- Free meals for those under age five